Open Source Expanded – Software Research and the Industry

2022-04-192022-04-15

Software Development Metrics With a Purpose (Gonzalez-Barahona et al., IEEE Computer Column)

I’m happy to report that the 20th article in the Open Source Expanded column of IEEE Computer has been published.

Title	Software Development Metrics With a Purpose
Keywords	—
Authors	Jesus M. Gonzalez-Barahona, Daniel Izquierdo-Cortázar, Gregorio Robles
Publication	Computer vol. 55, no. 4 (April 2022), pp. 66-73

Abstract: A new generation of toolsets that are flexible enough to adapt to the data analytics needs of a given scenario is emerging to analyze free, open source software (FOSS). GrimoireLab is one such toolset that meets many of the needs of foundations, developers, and companies.

As always, the article is freely available (local copy).

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2022-02-212022-02-19

Commercial Participation in OpenStack (Zhang et al., IEEE Computer Column)

I’m happy to report that the 19th article in the Open Source Expanded column of IEEE Computer has been published.

Title	Commercial Participation in OpenStack
Keywords	OpenStack, Open Source Software
Authors	Yuxia Zhang, Hao He, Minghui Zhou
Publication	Computer vol. 55, no. 2 (February 2022), pp. 78-84

Abstract: This article provides a overview of commercial participation in OpenStack, a large-scale open source software (OSS) ecosystem. We discuss how to achieve a balance between maximizing business profit and ensuring the long-term sustainability of OSS ecosystems.

As always, the article is freely available (local copy).

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2021-11-232022-02-19

The Open Source Distributor Business Model (Dirk Riehle, IEEE Computer Column)

I’m happy to report that the 18th article in the Open Source Expanded column of IEEE Computer has been published.

Title	The Open Source Distributor Business Model
Keywords	Open source distributor, open source distribution, open source business model, open source sustainability
Authors	Dirk Riehle
Publication	Computer vol. 54, no. 12 (December 2021), pp. 99-103

Abstract: This article defines and discusses one particular commercial open source business model, called the (open source) distributor model. It can attract significant venture capital, thereby contributing to the long-term sustainability of open source.

As always, the article is freely available (local copy, as PDF).

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2021-10-04

Open Source Hardware (Hannig & Teich, IEEE Computer Column)

I’m happy to report that the 17th article in the Open Source Expanded column of IEEE Computer has been published.

Title	Open Source Hardware
Keywords	Open Source Hardware, Integrated Circuits, Ecosystems, Hardware, Open Source Software
Authors	Frank Hannig, Jürgen Teich
Publication	Computer vol. 54, no. 10 (October 2021), pp. 111-115

Abstract: Hardware that can be manufactured from free and open source descriptions has gained a lot of momentum. This article gives a general introduction, focusing on electronics and integrated circuits, corresponding open ecosystems and organizations, and highlights benefits and challenges.

As always, the article is freely available (local copy).

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2021-08-09

Making Open Source Project Health Transparent (Goggins et al., IEEE Computer Column)

I’m happy to report that the 16th article in the Open Source Expanded column of IEEE Computer has been published.

Title	Making Open Source Project Health Transparent
Keywords	Open source software
Authors	Sean P. Goggins, Matt Germonprez, Kevin Lumbard
Publication	Computer vol. 54, no. 8 (August 2021), pp. 104-111

Abstract: This article explores the Community Health Analytics for Open Source Software (CHAOSS) project and how it plays an integral role in the automation of key measures to make the state of open source readily observable.

As always, the article is freely available (local copy).

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2021-07-08

Open Source Software Engineering the Eclipse Way (Wayne Beaton, IEEE Computer Column)

I’m happy to report that the 15th article in the Open Source Expanded column of IEEE Computer has been published.

Title	Open Source Software Engineering the Eclipse Way
Keywords	–
Authors	Wayne Beaton, The Eclipse Foundation
Publication	Computer vol. 54, no. 6 (June 2021), pp. 59-63

Abstract: This article explains how open source software development works at the Eclipse Foundation. It dives into engineering best practices, providing insights from one of the most successful open source foundations of today.

As always, the article is freely available (local copy).

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2021-04-13

Open Source Community Governance the Apache Way (Drost-Fromm & Tompkins, IEEE Computer Column)

I’m happy to report that the 14th article in the Open Source Expanded column of IEEE Computer has been published.

Title	Open Source Community Governance the Apache Way
Keywords	Open Source Software, Distributed Computing, Documentation
Authors	Isabel Drost-Fromm, Apache Software Foundation Rob Tompkins, Apache Software Foundation
Publication	Computer vol. 54, no. 4 (April 2021), pp. 70-75

Abstract: An open source project without the people is a dead project—or at least one that is fairly deep asleep. While all successful open source projects understand that they need to build a community around their project, the exact options for doing so differ.

As always, the article is freely available (local copy).

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2021-03-08

A Brief History of Free, Open Source Software and Its Communities (Jesus M. Gonzalez-Barahona, IEEE Computer Column)

I’m happy to report that the 13th article in the Open Source Expanded column of IEEE Computer has been published.

Title	A Brief History of Free, Open Source Software and Its Communities
Keywords	Open Source Software, Licenses, Internet
Authors	Jesus M. Gonzalez-Barahona, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos
Publication	Computer vol. 54, no. 2 (February 2021), pp. 75-79

Abstract: Free, open source software (FOSS) has a long history, beginning with the origins of software itself, when the terms free software and open source software were not yet defined. Learning about the milestones of this history may help to understand FOSS today.

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2020-12-08

Continuous Open Source License Compliance (Phipps & Zacchiroli, IEEE Computer Column)

I’m happy to report that the 12th article in the Open Source Expanded column of IEEE Computer has been published.

Title	Continuous Open Source License Compliance
Keywords	Open Source Software, Licenses, Supply Chains, Standards, Computer Security
Authors	Simon Phipps, Meshed Insights Ltd. Stefano Zacchiroli, Universite de Paris, France
Publication	Computer vol. 53, no. 12 (December 2020), pp. 115-119

2020-11-17

Standardizing Open Source License Compliance With OpenChain (Shane Coughlan, IEEE Computer Column)

I’m happy to report that the 11th article in the Open Source Expanded column of IEEE Computer has been published.

Title	Standardizing Open Source License Compliance With OpenChain
Keywords	Cryptography, Distributed Databases, IEC Standards, ISO Standards, Legislation, Project Management, Public Domain Software, Software Development Management, Software Standards, Blockchain, Open Chain Project, ISO IEC JTC 1 PAS Transposition Process, Open Source License Compliance Standardization, Open Source Software, Standards, Licenses
Authors	Shane Coughlan, Linux Foundation
Publication	Computer vol. 53, no. 11 (November 2020), pp. 70-74